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6 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

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Best Price
Price starting from $748
US $ 598 per person
No of people Price per person
1 - 1 $738
2 - 4 $598
6 - 8 $558
10 - 12 $498
14 - 16 $458
Duration
6 days
Max. Elevation
4160m
Group size
Min 2-Max 10. (Single Supplement $,150)
Level
MODERATE
Transportation
Land
Best Season
Sept, Oct, Nov, December, February, March, April, May
Accommodation
Best available lodge 
Meals
Breakfast
Starts at
Pokhara
Ends at
Pokhara
Trip Route
Pokhara-Jhinu -Sinuwa- Deurali- Annapurna Base Camp- Pokhara.

Highlights

    • An amazing adventure to the base of the world’s 10th-highest mountain, Mt. Annapurna.Base Camp(4130m)
    • Trek from low-warm paddy fields to cooler hills and reach the arctic zone.

    • One of the shortest and altitude-friendly 8,000 m mountain base camp trek.

    • Explore the lovely mountain villages enriched with age-old heritage cultures.

    • Unbelievable views of snow-capped peaks that surround the base camp.
    • Rejoice in the walkthrough Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest conservation area in the world.
    • Relax in Pokhara, a short walk around Fewa Lake and enjoy the foods you like in restaurants.

"Step onto the Annapurna Base Camp ( 4,130m/13,549ft) within 6 days and enjoy the Spectacular Annapurna   and Machhapuchhre"

Annapurna Base Camp 6 days Video 

6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a short and revised Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary. This trek itinerary is for those people who are looking for a moderate adventure trekking in Nepal with a week of spare time as a vacation to spend in Nepal and in the Annapurna region.

Previously, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek would be more than 10 days but nowadays as the rural roads have access to most of the parts or trails of Annapurna Base Camp, people/trekkers can do Annapurna Base Camp Hike even in a week and this itinerary is  Annapurna Base Camp 6 days. 

You don’t need to worry that this 6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary may not have the proper days for the right pacing and acclimatization because we professional team of Haven Holidays have designed very authentically so that no trekker will have any kind of risks on the trail to Annapurna Base Camp and back to Pokhara.

6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek as other normal Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trip takes you to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,549ft), which offers you a magnificent view of Mt. Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and many other mountain summits with moderate adventure into the Annapurnas wild nature and Himalayas.

Also, Annapurna Base Camp 6 days  Trek offers you an incredible opportunity to walk and explore the Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area in the world with diverse species of flora and fauna. At the same time, you will have a chance to explore the local towns, the lifestyle of the people, local accommodations and the food items, deep woods, natural waterfalls and winding rivers.

Beginning from Pokhara, the trek ends in Pokhara with an Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Drive both ways: while getting to the trailhead and getting back to Pokhara. You can explore the beautiful city Pokhara and its highlights adjoining this 6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

If you have simply a week's holiday to spend in Nepal and looking for a moderate/mild adventure trekking in the Annapurna region, this ABC trek 6 days will be the finest option for you. This is also a family adventure trekking trip in Nepal in the Annapurna region as 6 days ABC Trek is a moderate adventure which can be celebrated with the family members as well. 

What are the required permits for 6 days ABC Trek ? 

The trek route requires two different types of permits. These are the Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit and TIMS ( Trekking Information Management System) Card. The TIMS Card costs USD 20 and ACAP Entry Permits costs USD 30. You can obtain these two Annapurna Base Camp Trek  Permits through your local travel partner you are using for your Nepal trip or you can collect them directly. Simply provide your travel partner with a copy of your passport and some recent photographs, and they will get the permits for you. 

Optionally, if you are in rush and directly land in Pokhara, you can get these two types trekking permits: TIMS Card and ACAP in Pokhara. You can ask local travel agent to obtain it for your before you head for Annapurna Base Camp Trek 6 Days. 

How are  Foods and Accommodation in Annapurna Base Camp Trek?  

Until Pokhara, trekkers will enjoy luxury accommodation and they can have the food items they like. But, when they ascend up to Ulleri and Poonhill-Ghorepani ( if you are doing ABC Trek via Poonhill) or when they ascend up to Jhino Danda, they may not have such a chance to have the accommodation and food items. However, don’t be sad, there are plenty of lodges and guesthouses to organize your accommodation and food. Moreover, your guide will manage your beautiful food and accommodation for you during the trek. The local guesthouses and the lodges will offer you food items with certain criteria with prices mentioned in the menu during your 6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 

The mountain accommodation will be on twin sharing basis and the bed rooms will be very common with outdoor toilets and bathrooms. However, the accommodation you use during your ABC Trek 6 days will be comfortable enough for you to stay single overnight. one night accommodation cost ranges between USD 5-10 in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 

The most common and popular food items in the food menu prepared by local loges along the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trails are: Nepali Daal Bhat Set, Noodles, Egg Items, Dumpling, Curries, soups, Thukpa, Rolls, Pies, Breads like Tibetan and Toast, cutlet and potatoes. You can pick any item you like and order for your meal. One item of food cost ranges between USD 2-7 in Annapurna Base Camp Trek and the trekekrs are recommended to prepare accordingly. 

Note: Sometimes, it may be difficult to find the right accommodation during two peak trekking seasons in Nepal: Autumn( Sep-Nov) and Spring ( Mar-May). 

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Transportation Options 

If you are starting the trek from Kathmandu, you will have two options: air and land and if you are starting it from Pokhara, then, you have only one choice that drive. The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is 40 minutes maximum and the road trip is 7-8 hours. Even, the road gets disturbed by heavy traffic and other issues. So, flight is recommended. 

After you get to Pokhara, you again have to drive to Nayapool/Birethanti for 2 hours or directly drive to Ghandruk or you can directly drive to Jhiuo Danda with Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride  if you are following another trail and begin the hiking. While returning from Annapurna Base Camp, you can drive directly from Ghandruk to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu. ( Flight from Pokhara is optional and still can be done in request). One may not be able to get the bus/jeep ride from Pokhara to Jhino Danda during rainy season, in the months of Jun, Jul and Aug. Make sure that the jeep or bus goes to Jhino Danda from Pokhara and fix your Annapurna Base Camp 6 days.

How are my Guide and Porter in Annapurna Base Camp Trek ? 

You require hiring at least a guide for your 6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The guide will be very helpful to Government License holders, coordinating walking and knowledge of the local flora and fauna, Entire Mountain views, well-known precautions, local culture and speaking English very well. Even the porter will help in many ways like carrying your baggage and helping in walking if the trail is straight up and steep down. 

Your guide will be a great communicator so that you can share the tings you like on the trail. You can frankly tell your guide about your nature, preferences and interests during your ABC Trek so that you and your guide will have better understanding and communication. 

Important Note

Trekking Mode:  On the best available lodge en-route trekking.

Trekking Grade Moderate and Adventurous walks.

Highest Point: At Annapurna Base Camp 4,160 m / 13,549 feet.  

Local culture/religion:  Gurung tribes follow Buddhism and Hinduism religions and cultures.

Trekking duration:  05 Nights and 06 Days with a short drive both ways.

Total Trip in Nepal:  07 Nights and 08 Days from arrival to departure.

Best Seasons for 6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek

 6 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek can be done easily nearly all seasons of the year: Autumn, Winter, Spring and Rainy, except for the wet monsoon times from mid-June to August. However, the best times for ABC Trek is either Spring or Autumn months. 

Springtime begins from March onward to May, when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom. The day is much longer full of sunshine, and can get cloudy in the afternoon sometimes. You will have little Chances of light rain on treks sometimes. 
However fine sunny days for views and pleasant walks, cold morning, late afternoon, and nighttime will be very supportive for the trekkers to do ABC Hike and to get success over Annapurna Base Camp(4160m). Significantly, the flowering rhododendron covering the entire Annapurna Conservation Area's Hills and other newly sprung plants will make this ABC Trek 6 days more fascinating if you are doing ABC Trek 6 days in Spring time, in the months of Mar, April and May. 

The next best time is autumn/fall, days are mostly clear with enough sunshine, but shorter days, due to limited sunlight hours. Cold mornings and nighttime in the late Autumn, in the month of Nov. also offer some vibes of winter and snow in the mountain if you are at ABC(4160m). 

The trekkers can enjoy the most rewarding weather and climate in the mountain, neither hot , not cold, mild and perfect for walking ups and downs with no snowfall and rainfall if they are travelling Annapurna Base Camp in autumn months of the year. 

The sky is significantly clear with twinkling stars at nights and some parted clouds in the daytime. The trio: blue sky, scattered clouds and snow covered mountain like Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South will turn this ABC Trek 6 days more mesmerizing in Autumn.  You may be interested to learn about Weather in Nepal you can do make a comprehensive search on the google and ask an expert beforehand you set off your footsteps for Annapurna Base Camp 6 days


Must Know Information 

High Altitude Sickness

High altitude sickness is a condition that can occur when our body does not adapt well to having less atmospheric pressure and oxygen at high altitudes. It typically affects individuals who are not acclimatized to high altitudes and can be potentially dangerous if progresses to more severe forms without treatment. Symptoms of altitude illness can begin to occur around 8000ft (approx.2500m) but serious altitude illness is rare below 10000ft(3000m). 

There are some important things to know about Nepal like the weather condition, people and lifestyle, religions and cultures, history and civilization, finances, foods and accommodation etc. beforehand one departs on ABC Trekking Trail. Similarly, 5 Must Know Things About Nepal will help you to set your ABC Tre 6 days in more organized and comprehensive way. 

Causes of Altitude Sickness

Low atmospheric pressure: The decrease in atmospheric pressure is primarily due to the thinner air at high altitudes. Low atmospheric pressure at high altitudes has several effects on the human body and develops altitude illness. 

Less oxygen:  The primary factor in altitude sickness, oxygen pressure becomes thinner at higher altitudes. This leads to hypoxia, in this condition body tissues have inadequate oxygen.

Rapid ascent: Ascending to a high altitude rapidly does not give your body enough time to adjust to the changing altitude and the reduced oxygen levels. It would help greatly if you learned more about High Altitude Sickness while doing Annapurna Base Camp Trek 6 days. 

Nepal Travel Info

Medical and Health Information 
Major cities and tourist destinations are well-equipped with hospitals and health posts that provide different kinds of medical services. However, the same services are not available for those traveling to remote areas of the country. So, it is advised to carry a first aid kit with you at all times during your travel to rural areas. 

Also, it is crucial that you consult your doctor before leaving the country to get all the necessary vaccinations. If you are someone who requires constant use of a specific medicine, then make sure you carry enough to last you the whole stay in case they are not available in Nepal. It is best to have full coverage health insurance beforehand to protect yourself from any medical emergencies. You can be benefitted largely if go through our article Nepal Travel Info before decide and board on the ABC Trekking Trail. 

Nepal Travel Guide 

What to Pack ?
A travel guide heading to Nepal should be well-prepared to ensure a smooth and enriching journey. The unique blend of stunning landscapes, cultural diversity, and spiritual experiences that Nepal offers demands a thoughtful packing list. Here's a concise guide on what to pack for a trip to Nepal. The following packing lists can be found  in the article Travel Guide Nepal. Every one can have the access of it and have authentic information about some important tips for a successful Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 

1. Clothing: Nepal's climate varies widely based on altitude and time of year. Packing layers is key. Bring lightweight, moisture-wicking clothes for lower altitudes and warmer seasons, and warmer clothing, including thermal layers, for higher altitudes and cooler months. Don't forget sturdy, comfortable hiking boots, waterproof jackets, and a hat for sun protection.

2. Travel Documents: Essential documents include your passport, visa (if required), travel insurance, any necessary permits for trekking, and copies of important documents in both physical and digital formats.

3. Medications and First Aid: Pack a basic first aid kit with items like bandages, antiseptic ointment, pain relievers, and any prescription medications you might need. Also, include altitude sickness medication if you plan to trek to high elevations.

4. Toiletries: Bring eco-friendly toiletries including biodegradable soap, toothpaste, a toothbrush, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Nepal's remote areas often have limited waste disposal facilities, so being environmentally conscious is crucial.

Trip Itinerary

Drive to Pokhara 860 m. 6 hour drive covering 220 km / 137 miles. 
860

Morning with pack breakfast, get ready to go Tourist Bus park for overland journey to Pokhara. An exciting drive of about normally 6 to 7 hours if there are no Traffic jams following the main Nepal busy highway, the drive leads along Trishuli River. One of the most popular rivers for rafting adventure, the drive then diverts towards the west to reach Pokhara city. Along the drive, one can experience rural farm life with grand views of snow-capped peaks. Slowly the drive ends on reaching Pokhara by the lovely Phewa Lake side, where all good hotels are located. After checking into a nice room, having time to browse around the Phewa Lakeside.

Max. altitude

822m / 2,697 ft.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast
Jeep Drive to Jhinu Danda and then trek to Sinuwa (2340 m | 7,677 ft.), 6 hours.

After you have breakfast at Pokhara Hotel, the jeep will transfer to Jhino Danda near the suspension bridge via Naudanda, Lumle, Nayapool and Birethanti. It will take 2-3 hours to get to the base of Jhino Danda by a four-wheel jeep. 

On the way, you will see the beautiful Modi River and local settlements along with alluring mountain peaks along the trail. 

You will have your lunch at Jhino Danda walk up to Chhomrong village and walk further to Sinuwa. On this section of the walk, you will feel a bit strenuous to walk the steep uphill of Jhino Danda till you get to the top of the hill and then walk down to the riverside. You will cross the suspension bridge and walk up to Sinuwa. Stay overnight at the lodge. 

Max. altitude

2,340m / 7,677 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Trek to Deurali 3, 230 m / 10597 feet-04 hrs

Initially, you will pass Bamboo, Dovan and Himalaya before you ascend to Deurali.  As the walk continues through dense vegetation and tree lines to reach the Himalayas via Bamboo and Dovan.  Himalaya, a settlement with 2-3 lodges, is located right beneath Annapurna South and Huin-Chuli peaks. A short walk with gentle ascend we get a large overhanging cave called Hinku Cave. After the Hinku Cave trail downhill close to Modi River with a short climb reaching a plateau, where Deurali is located.

Deurali stands above 3,200 m high, a nice place for a day's rest to enjoy the surrounding views. From here the tree lines drop for short foliage and bushes, which Deurali places at the bottom of Huin-Chuli peak.

Enjoy lunch with a leisurely afternoon for short walks around this lovely area close to the raging Modi River along with some mountain peaks. 

Max. altitude

3,230m / 10,597 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

4
Trek to Annapurna Base Camp 4,130 m via Machhapuchare Base Camp 3,720 m -06 hrs.

Today’s walk takes you to our main goal and highlights, start the morning heading up following the river upstream. A steep climb in some sections on a grassy path, as walk climbs on stone steps to MBC (Machhapuchare Base Camp).
MBC stands high beneath the towering North Face of Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish Tail peak. MBC with a few good simple lodges and restaurants, enjoys lunch facing views of Machhapuchare, Huin Chuli, and Annapurna South.

From MBC enjoy grand views of Annapurna-I towards the west, after lunch a short climb to enter the picturesque Annapurna Sanctuary. Walk on the easy gradual uphill trail to reach a Welcome Sign Post of Annapurna Base Camp. Then climb to a grassy plateau, where Annapurna Base Camp is located with several guest houses and lodges.  An exciting and glorious place to enjoy the day at Annapurna Base Camp sits on the lap of the staggering ice and snow wall of Annapurna-I.

You can walk around the Annapurna Base camp and explore the things there in the afternoon. The temperature in the evening may drop considerably, prepare for that. 

Max. altitude

4,130m / 13,550 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Trek back to Sinuwa 2340 m | 7,677 ft. m - 06 hrs.

A long day walk but much easier on downhill with a few short ups to Bamboo, morning bidding farewell to ABC. The walk follows past MBC to Deurali, from Deurali a slow climb and Hinko Cave and heading to the Himalayas. As the walk continues reaching the dense tree lines arriving at Dovan and then down to Bamboo and finally to Sinuwa for an overnight halt.

Max. altitude

2,340m / 7,677 ft.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
Trek to Jhinu-Danda a place with hot spring 1, 700 m - 06 hrs and drive back to Pokhara

After a pleasant overnight stop at Bamboo with the sound of river flow, morning a short climb to Khuldi Ghar. The trail follows through enchanting woodland to Sinuwa Danda, with down to Chomrong Khola / stream. On crossing a bridge a steep climb on steps to Chhomrong for lunch. Afternoon an easy walk downhill to Jhinu Danda village for overnight. At Jhinu visit and enjoy a dip in the natural hot springs close to the village downhill by the Modi River, where pools of hot are situated.

After you stay for an hour at Jhino Danda with its natural hot spring, you will drive back to Pokhara via Ghandruk, Syauli Bazaar, Birethanti, Nayapool and Naudanda and stay overnight at a hotel in Pokhara.

Max. altitude

1,700m / 5,577 ft.

Accommodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Hours

6
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What's Includes

    • All Arrival and Departure Transfer from airport to  hotel and vice-versa, vehicle according to group size.  
    • Twin sharing room on best tourist standard hotels in Kathmandu & Pokhara
 on a bed and breakfast basis only.
    • Transportation before and after trek to and from Pokhara.
    • Luxury Tourist Bus services such as Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu.
    • Twin sharing accommodation on best available lodges/Guesthouse.
    • Service of guide, two clients one porter.
    • Wages, meals, medical allowance of guides, trekking staff and porters.
    •  Trekking Permits TIMS (Trekking Information Management Systems), ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area 
Project) Entrance Fees.
    • Comprehensive Medical Kit carried by our staff if required for minor wounds and sickness.
    • Gift of Haven Holidays Company T-shirt or Cap.
    • Trekking equipment: Duffel Bag if necessary. 
    • Four-wheel Jeep drive, from Pokhara - Nayapul -Jhinu Danda and Jhinu Danda to Pokhara.
    •  Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.

What's Excludes

    • Nepal Visa, Personal Medical & Travel Insurance.

    • Expenses of a personal nature,

    • Gratitude or tipping for trekking staff, drivers, porters and guides,
    • Extra snacks and refreshments.

    • Personal trekking gear, including sleeping bags and down jackets.

    • Emergency Evacuation if required by any means of transportation Service.

    • Personal medical kit, as advised by your doctors.

    • Early return from the trek due to personal domestic or medical reasons, no refund will be entertained on breaking the journey.
    • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in The mountain and Lunch, dinner in the city.
    • Domestic tickets fare like Kathmandu - Pokhara and Pokhara - Kathmandu. 
    • Kathmandu and Pokhara sightseeing and entry fee.

Trip Info

Booking  Terms and Conditions

Booking:

To book this trip, you have to find the book now button and click it. After that, you will see a form where you will fill up all the required information for the trip including departure date you want and click the button submit. Now you have successfully completed the form and we will reply your email promptly.

Deposit for Booking:

One needs to transfer or deposit 25% amount of the total cost of the trip. For example, if the trip you are booking costs USD 1250, the 25% percent for the booking of this trip will be USD 150. Once you have made the advance payment, you need to inform our team for the confirmation of the trip.
Cancellation and Refund

You can cancel the trip if you want, but no advance payment will be returned to you. It means, no refund will be transferred to your accound again for the cancellation of the trip. Actually, once you book the trip, our team needs to prepare the transportation; accommodation and the trip crew for your trip and the company will already make certain payment to other operating sections. Therefore, the other operating department like transportation, food and accommodation, trekking crews are not ready to return the advance payment to us. This is the reason we are not going to return you back the advance payment. But, you can postpone the trip for future. We will offer you the same or other equivalent trip whenever you want in the future.

Trip Postponement and Transfer

Though you cannot get the refund after you cancel your planned trip, you can postpone it for future and you can do whenever you have favorable time for you. Or, you can transfer the same trip to your family members, friends and relatives. If you want you other people who are closer to you do this trip, you can do transfer of offer this trip as a gift. But for this, we require valid and reliable evidence like email address, other contacts and all requires contracts we made previously.

Training for High Altitude

Training for high altitude means training for boosting your stamina to successfully cope with the new elevation your body gets during the trip in the Himalayas. For this, you require doing short hikes and joggings, aerobics, regular exercises like jumba dances, walking up and downs with small backpack, joining gym for cardio and other exercises and primarily, jogging, cycling, futsal football and short hikes/treks in the hill. You can practice both slow joggings and quick running that will help you a lot in the mountain to adjust with new and high elevation you gain.

If you do above mentioned things very periodically, you will be able to battle acute mountain sickness and you will enjoy your trip blissfully. It is a must thing to do before you board on the trip in order to delightfully celebrate the trip in the mountain with new elevation, new culture and the atmosphere. 

Burn your fat if you are fatty/obese, address serious sickness in your body if you have by consulting your doctor, stop smoking and drinking (heavily) if you can, avoid stress and mental burden, have balanced diet and keep your body fit and fine to work out in the mountain at least for 4 hours to maximum8 hours with little backpack for the trek you want.

If you love doing outdoor sports like lawn tennis, football, basketball, volleyball, badminton and any other games and sports, continue them and practice harder for the trek.

Preparations for the Trek

If you prepare the trek very well in a finely organized way, it is said, half of the trek is already accomplished. Therefore, one requires preparing the trip with all requires things to carry and keeping oneself fit and fine.

Best Ways for Preparing the Trek

  • Do regular exercises basically related to Cardio.
  • Boost up your stamina mentally and physically in order to be capable to adjust with the new elevation and atmosphere you will get to during the trip.
  • Get and pack up all necessary equipment for the trek.
  • Get and pack all required personal equipment and gears.
  • Do some research on the trek you are doing and the region you are heading to and you are going to explore.
  • Ask about the trip with someone who have already done it and collect important information
  • Address health issues if you have any before you depart for the trip.
  • Prepare all required medicines you must take on the trip regularly if you are doing it.
  • Let your friends, family or relatives know that you are going Nepal for the trip, destination and duration.
  • Prepare mentally how you are going to spend your budget on different titles and carry/collect enough budget for the trip but don’t try to be prodigal, just enough.
  • Prepare travel insurance and confirm that your trip is booked and reserved.
  • Check the weather condition before you depart for the trip.
  • Let your travel partner/ company/operator what kind of person you are: vegetarian, non-veg, female, and solo-travelling lover, spiritual traveler, adventure lover, city and luxury lover and similar so that the crew/team can prepare your trip in a better way.
  • Book your both ways flight tickets and confirm it so that it will be easier for you to return homeward.

Arrival and Transfer to Hotel

You will arrive either by air or land to Nepal. If you arrive Nepal by air, you have to use the only Tribhuvan International Airport. Instead, if you use the road, you can enter or arrive Nepal by land, you can different borders of Neighboring countries (India and China) like Rupaidia, Jogbani, Raksaul, Sunauli, Nepaljung, Dhangadi, Chandani Dodhara, Birjung, Kakarvitta, Jhapa, Morang, Tatopani, Tinker, Rasuawagadi, Kimanthanka etc. You can use whichever entrances you like to suit your comfort and convenience.
On Arrival, you will have the on arrival visa instantly if you have not applied Nepal visa for Nepal through the consulate centers or Nepal Embassies nearby you or your city.  Within half an hour, you can get an instant authentic visa on your passport after producing all required documents for visa.

But, majority of people/trekkers enter Nepal by air and that is via Tribhuvan International Airport. We receive you at the arrival of any entry points of Nepal or mainly at Tribhuvan International Airport without any delay according to your arrival time. It may take some time like 20-30 minutes to collect your luggage and for security checking at the airport. After that, you make your way to the exit of the airport and Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. Representative will be waiting there holding the Board Witten “Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd” and as you see the board, you have to go with him or her and we will make a very comfortable transfer to the hotel you are staying overnight. The transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport and Thamel, the hotel where you are staying will take just 15-20 minutes drive. Don’t get scared with the chaos and heavy traffic on the way to the hotel from Airport.

Get checked in hotel and take rest and get refreshed. We will give you the time for orientation after you get checked in the hotel.
Check if everything is fine with the accommodation you are using tonight.

Orientation

As you are given the time when you get checked in the hotel, you will be followed by our staff for the orientation. It may be on the same day or later the next day early in the morning at breakfast.

We will briefly let you know the trip you are undertaking from the next day or from the same day onwards. You will be stated about the highlights of the trip, preparations, equipment, food and accommodation, guide and porter, emergency rescue, travel insurance and many other important things to know beforehand.

We will introduce you the trip crew and have a brief talk to them so that you can feel more convenient during the trip.
If you have any query, you can put them in this orientation meeting before you depart for your trip.

Last Minute Booking

Last minute booking is always open for you but the same package tends to be little more costly that the regular departure dates trip packages. Actually, those who approach for last minute booking with us; they must pay 10% additional cost of the total trip cost mentioned in our website.

You can book the trip you like in our website even a day prior to the trip begin.
If you are lucky, then, the last minute may be a golden opportunity for you to get the same price or even less than that if one of the members of the trip gives up and withdraws the trip plan at eleventh minute. So, if you are late to book the trip you really like to do with us, no worries, you still have option and we will try our level best to make your trip successful and grand as other normal trips.

Don’t’ hesitate to hit the booking button at the eleventh hour, we are always open and here to organize your vacation trips in Nepal.

Trip Extension

We are always flexible and open to the extension of the particular trip you are undertaking. If you really enjoy the trip you are doing, you can extend it to longer days or to longer hours. But, for this, you must contact us one day prior so that we can arrange the required things like trip crew, accommodation, transportation and other minor needy things for your extended trip. If you let us know a day earlier directly or through the trip crew you are using in the field/route like through your trip leader, you will have a beautiful time ahead. For the extension of trip, you must add some little additional cost which we will settle in mutual understanding.

Currency Exchange

You can exchange your currency even in the Tribhuvan International Airport at your arrival or you can exchange it after you check in the hotel in Thamel or in other several places of Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara, Chitwan, Nagarkot, Lumbini or any trekking beginning points as well. You’d better exchange your currency with Nepali ones in Thamel as they give a good exchange rate.  You can find several money exchange counters in different corners of Thamel city. You can directly go there and can exchange your currency with Nepali ones.

If you are in rush and you cannot do this, you can pay USD or AUD or CAD to the people whom you need to pay like for your accommodation, foods, trips costs, tipping etc. You can even get the exchange of your currency with Nepali on the trekking routes/trip routes like in Lukla, Namche, Pokhara, Besisahar, Manang etc. You can ask to exchange your currency with Nepal ones with local lodges/restaurants/hotels/ guesthouses too. But, you need to have your currency like USD, AUD or CAD. Even Indian currency does it work in Nepal while paying but only Rs. 100 rupees not 500 and 1000. You can pay with your own currency with the current exchange rate wherever you go in Nepal. No worries guys!!

HH Team

Haven Holidays Team is very professional, reliable and responsible. You can completely on them. They are well trained, friendly and highly literate in respective languages. You can share anything you like with them without any hesitation. They know local culture, civilization, history, foods and accommodation, weather condition, expert in first-aid application and how to handle the sudden accidents on the trip. They are Eco-friendly and better understand the non-humans rights and their lives.

However, we kindly request not to exploit them and provoke them on the trip for your personal benefits. You can enjoy your trip with them at fullest but at the same time we humbly appeal not to try to change their mindset, perspectives, religion and culture that are following.
Haven Holidays Team will assist you in every step of your trip to make it memorable and more convenient.

Luggage and the Storage

If you are hiring the porter for your trip in the mountain, you can pack no more than 9 kg. in the duffel bag or in your own backpack. We provide you a very reliable duffel bag to put your stuffs to be carried in the trip. It will be very safe to be carried by porter .Because it is the international labor rule that a porter can only maximum 18 kgs in the mountain. Please, don’t pack unnecessary stuffs in the duffel bag. Actually, two people can share one duffel bag and one porter by putting 9k stuff by each individual.
If you think you don’t need the stuffs you have with you in the mountain, you can store at the hotel in Kathmandu or even in Pokhara if you are passing through it. The best way to keep your unnecessary stuffs is in Kathmandu hotel. They will keep your unnecessary luggage/stuffs very safely till your return back. Ask you trip leader or hotel receptionist to do it for you before you depart for the trip. Don’t forget to take the luggage tag while storing the unnecessary luggage.

Meals

Meals will be provided according to the itinerary and cost includes and cost excludes. If you are given the itinerary or cost include like including BB only, you will be provided breakfast only and if the if you have booked the trip package like including full-board meal, you will get all the meals including breakfast, dinner and lunch. Apart from main meals, if you have tea, coffee, cold drinks and other alcoholic drinks, you have to pay them personally.

During the trip, you will be given enough time to have the meal. You can enjoy the meal you like from the menu. Vegan, Vegetarian?? If you are vegetarian, you will still find the choice in the menu and our guide will take a good care of you thorough the trip.
You will have your meal at the lodge/local guesthouse, hotel or resort during the trip. You are supposed to have the meal where you stay overnight in the mountain during the trekking trip.

Sometimes, you may not get the item you want in the mountain during the trekking trip/touring trip, at the time; you have to consider it very calmly.
You will enjoy freshly cooked meals in the mountain during the trip days with local ingredient

Accommodation and Toilet Facilities

You will have very basic but neatly organized accommodation and toilet facility on the trail in the mountain while trekking. The accommodation will be twin sharing basis in a group trip and if you have private trip, you will get single. The beds are comfortable enough to spend a single or double nights in the mountain.

Normally, the lodges/teahouses/hotels and guesthouses are made up of woods and rocks and are run by local people. They try their best to comfort you during your stay with providing you extra piece of blanket and making your bed more comfortable. But, one important thing to carry during your trip in the mountain is your private sleeping bag which will make your nights more comfortable in the mountain at higher elevation and you can easily battle chilling cold nights and make your body warm.

It is very rare that you get suite room as your accommodation in the mountain. The toilets are detached from the bedrooms and you should be ready share the toilet with other trekkers in the mountain. You, sometimes, can get the room with attached bathroom/washroom/toilet but it will be very rare. If you get this kind of attached bathroom accommodation, consider that you are very lucky and thank your trekking leader/guide.

Carry enough roll/toilet paper for the toilet use during the trek in the mountain. You can prepare it from the cities and even you can get them on the trail, but will be more expensive to get them on the trail.

Transportation

You can use both land and air transportation for Annapurna Base Camp Trek.  You commence this trip from Kathmandu and you can go with either drive or domestic flight for Pokhara from Kathmandu.

As road transportation, you can get multiple ways of driving including luxury tourist bus, private car/jeep and local bus. The tourist bus leaves at 7 from Kathmandu for Pokhara and spend 7 hours to get the destination, Pokhara.

You can also get local buses for Pokhara every hour from Kathmandu which is not recommended for you as they are very crowded and it get delayed as they frequently receive the passengers on the way.  

Private car or jeep drive is also possible from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back. Going Pokhara this way will me much more convenient for you.

The quickest and the most convenient way to get Pokhara from Kathmandu is domestic flight for only 35 minutes. If you go with flight for Pokhara from Kathmandu, you can either explore the Pokhara city or can go to Jhinu Danda to begin the trek on the same day. You can take flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and take jeep ride to Jhinu Danda and begin the trek to ABC on the same day heading towards Sinuwa(2160m).

You can do the same while returning back to Kathmandu from Annapurna Base Camp Trek as your transportation partner. You can choose whichever way you like to go Pokhara and come back Kathmandu while doing your Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Trek Starts

The trek commences from Kathmandu with a flight to Pokhara and then jeep ride to Jhinu Danda. The flight to Pokhara from Kathmandu is only for 40 minutes and then the jeep drive to Jhinu Danda is for 2-3 hours along the off-road. However, the drive will be adventurous and exciting with marvelous country, mountain and rivers views.
You arrive at Jhino Danda via Pokhara city, you will enjoy natural hot spring here.

Electricity

You will get good and undisturbed facility of electricity during the trip in Nepal. Even though you go to the mountain for trekking and other adventure activities, you can get the facility of electricity to change your phones and backups for free. However, in some cases you may have to face the problem of load-shedding and  the local lodges and guesthouses may charge you some amount like Rs. 100-200 to charge your batteries, backups and phones in remote area trekking like upper Mustang Trekking, Upper Dolpo Trekking, Annapurna Circuit Trekking and Manaslu Circuit Trekking. Otherwise, in Annapurna region trekking and Everest Region trekking, you don’t need to pay for battery, phone and backups charging on the trail. But, there won’t be electricity heating system in the mountain while doing trekking or other adventure activities.  Unlike that, you can enjoy all kind of electricity heating system in the city tours like Kathmandu City Tour, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini Tour, Nagarkot and Namobouddha Tour.

Drinking water

Drinking water must be pure, safe and contamination free. You can get bottled or purified drinking water during the trip even in the mountain which is very safe for you to drink. Majority of the people who make a trekking or adventure trips in the mountain go with boiled water which is prepared by the local lodges/guesthouses on the trail which is the best way to keep you safe from contaminated water. However, some people carry water purifying ingredients and they apply it to the drinking water and they drink it. But, don’t try to drink the water from Local River, stream and taps. The bottled water costs between Rs.100-300 which is 1 liter in the mountain.

Hot Shower

Actually, a warm or hot shower makes you refresh and offers you new energy during the trip and it in very necessary. If you are travelling in the city area in Nepal, you will easily get the facility of hot shower. But, if you are making a trip in mountain, it may be difficult to get hot shower during the trip.  However, local lodge and guesthouse will offer you bucket shower with warm water or they will provide hot shower with cooking gas. If you want to do enjoy the hot shower in the mountain, you can ask the lodge owner to manage it and they will charge some money like Rs. 200-300 per individual.

Communication

You can enjoy excellent facility of communication in Kathmandu and in other major cities like Chitwan, Pokhara, Nagarkot and Lumbini. However, in case of trekking trip in mountain, you may not be able to have such kind of facility like in the cities. But, most of the local teahouses/lodges/ guesthouses/ hotels on the trail will offer you the facility of  Wi-fi. Sometimes, you get it for free and sometimes, you may have to pay like Rs.100-200 per device for the installation of Wi-fi during the trip in the mountain.

In the remote area trekking like Manaslu Circuit Trek, Annapurna Circuit Trek, Kanchenjungha Circuit Trek and Upper Mustang Trek, they charge certain amount like Rs.200-400 per device for the installation of Wi-fi at the local lodges. Otherwise, in Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Everest Base Camp Trek, they don’t charge you the money for the facility of Wi-fi, they will offer you for free.

The best way to access good communication over your smart phone is getting local Nepali SIM Card like NT and NCELL. You get these local Nepali SIM Cards easily in Kathmandu and even in International Airport, Tribhuvan International Airport. For this, you have to present the copy of your passport and a passport sized- photograph. You can buy data pack via this local SIM Card and you make a very good communication wherever you go, even from the corner of the mountain.  You can make a call, you access internet over it and even make a video call instantly from the Everest Base Camp (5364m) and even from Larkya La Pass (5106m) in Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Trek Ends

The trek ends in Pokhara officially with a flight to Kathmandu. Normally, in Pokhara, you can celebrate the last day of the trek with your entire trekking crew like offering them tips and heavy dinner because they have worked hard for you and your safety all round the trip. The last day walk is from ABC to Pokhara and you wait for the next day’s flight to Kathmandu .

Feedback

You can give feed back of the trek/trip you have undertaken at the end in Kathmandu. You can visit our office or you can do it in the farewell dinner we organize. Your feedback about the trip will always be taken positively. We really need it to grow up and to sharpen our services and facilities in the days to come.

If you cannot attend the farewell dinner at the end of the trip in Kathmandu or you don’t have time to visit our office, you can write your feed back in trip advisor page that will be more reliable and public.

Trek Extra Personal Expenses

How prodigal you are? Your trek extra personal expenses depend on it. If you love doing extra expenses on the trip, you will go to topics like alcoholic drinks, extra tea or coffee apart from the meal, tipping, some minor donations, and extra snacks on the trail, some urgent personal stuff like clothing or any other equipment you immediately require on the trip in case it gets damaged or stop functioning. And, at the end of the trek, you have to give some tips to your trekking crew, at least some or little. For this, you have to allocate some dollars or Nepali currency.

Typical Day

The typical trip day begins with a good breakfast. You will have breakfast at around 7-8 am and begin the day after it. Then, you will have to work/walk for 3-4 hours after breakfast and you will stop for lunch. The lunchtime will be around an hour. You will order your lunch item and the restaurant/hotel/teahouse will cook for you. Sometimes, you may have to wait for sometime if the restaurant or hotel is crowded. You can find the item you like to have in the menu prepared by the local lodge/restaurant. If you are vegetarian, no worries, you can still find the ways.

After lunch, you will resume your work/trek/trip again and end it in the after like around 3-4 pm. After that, you will check in hotel/guesthouse/teahouse and get refreshed. Take rest, change clothing and go for dinner at around 6-7 pm. Your leader will help you to order the meals you like. At the dinner, your leader will share the important information for the next day’s trip and you can raise the question regarding it. The leader will orient you what to wear, how to walk, what to carry and where to eat. Follow the instructions from the guide/leader very well.

Why with Haven Holidays?

  • Free Booking and Free Cancelation
  • Veteran Crew Members
  • Enhancing Eco- Tourism
  • Prompt response, full safety and comfort guaranteed.
  • No hidden cost
  • Flexible
  • Cost Friendly
  • Wider Networks
  • Expert in risks management

Booking, Cancellation and Refund

If you want to book the trip featured by us, you require settling the 25 % payment of total trip cost. However, if you are in rush and instantly plan your trip to Nepal, then, you can make the trip payment by visiting our office in Nepal as well but we need a confirmation email prior to it.  
In case you cannot do the booked trip in the time frame you wanted for some reasons, you have the right to postpone it. Even if you cannot do the trip after the postponement, you can transfer the same trip or other in exchange to your family, relatives and friends.
But for Everest Base Camp Trek or other any trip in Everest region, the cancellation must be made 2 months prior as we have already booked the accommodation, transportation and domestic flights in order to make your trip more consistent and convenient.
But, sorry to state that no refund will be made for the exchange of booked trip with us. We are ready to wait for months and years for your right time to do the booked trip in Nepal. Be confident that we won’t spoil your booked trip.

Travel insurance

Travel Insurance is a must thing to fix before the departure for a particular trip. In case you face sudden and unpleasant incident during the trip, you may need rescue evacuation and medical expenses. For that, you must have travel insurance. Actually, life is more important than your trip. As long as you have life, you have everything. So that, have a authentic travel insurance that covers all rescue evacuation and medication expenses in case you have got some nasty accidents during the trip.

If you have got some idea about travel insurance and the companies who do travel insurance for you, you can go with them, otherwise, you can search on Google and will easily get the travel insurance companies who will help you doing insurance for your trip.
Actually, it’s not good to rush and bustle for the travel insurance here and there after your arrival in Nepal. However, you still can do it here in Kathmandu. There are some international insurance companies here in Kathmandu and they will do your travel insurance and you can simply fills up the forms on online and prepare your travel insurance.

Your travel insurance must be capable to cover entire expenses from minor to major sudden accidents including rescue from the mountain and the cities by helicopter and all treatment expenses in hospital. For example, if you are going higher in the mountain and you have got a terrible accident or acute mountain sickens, you may need immediate rescue form the spot and more importantly, your treatments in hospital. Until and unless your travel insurance covers entire expenses for the rescue and medical expenses, you are not rescued and cannot get medical treatments on time. Its matter of life and you must do prepare and do authentic and valid travel insurance before you board on the trail for a particular trip. Nobody knows the future and mountain are always wild and unpredictable. Please take it seriously.

If you have got some idea about travel insurance and the companies who do travel insurance for you, you can go with them, otherwise, you can search on Google and will easily get the travel insurance companies who will help you doing insurance for your trip.

Why Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Haven Holidays?

  • Expert and professional local guides
  • Flexible trekking crew
  • Better understanding of weather condition and local culture
  • Immediate Rescue in case of emergency
  • Better Accommodation Food
  • Eco- Friendly and Sustainability
  • Expert in Communication

Departure

After farewell dinner with our team and the important feedback session, we will comfortably drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport and to any other destination you want for your exit to your homeland or for the commencement of another trip. After we drop you to the destination you prefer, you can catch up your international flight and another trip you want. We wish you a very wonderful time ahead

Additional Information

What I expect at Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Begin your Annapurna Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu with a drive or domestic flight to Pokhara. From Pokhara, you will head for Nayapool then to Jhino Danda with Annapurna Base Camp Jeep Ride.

Begin the trek officially from Jhinu Danda where natural hot spring is located.

You will traverse through spectacular trekking trail through local settlements, natural water falls, mountain summits, chortens and colorful prayer flags. You will enjoy walking through massive and grand Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area of the world. You will enjoy experiencing all diverse and rare species of flora and fauna including black bear, musk deer and Himalayan Thar.
Enjoy ascending to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) through Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m). Step at Annapurna Base Camp have the thrills of adventure being entirely surrounded by all snow-fed mountain peaks including Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.
Enjoy local authentic cuisines al local lodge and guesthouse with local people. Also, you can have the delights of staying overnight at local lodges and teahouse in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Taste the foods items which are freshly cooked with all organic local ingredients.
Walk 7 hours in average in a day covering 10-12 kilometers in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Encounter some steep climbs and steep descents along the trek. Actually, the climb of Jhinu Danda is very steep and challenging in the beginning of Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Dip your exhausted body into the lukewarm natural hotel springs located at the bank of Modi Khola near Jhinu Danda.

Climb the highest point Annapurna Base Camp which is located at an elevation of 4130m above via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m).
Explore Pokhara, the city blessed with freshwater lakes like Phewa and Begnas, Davis Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, World Peace Pagoda, Pumdikot Shiva Statue and Talbarahi Temple.

Celebrate your Annapurna Base Camp Trek which formally ends in Pokhara with clubs, pubs, souvenirs collections and enjoying your favorite dishes in your favorite restaurants.

What I expect from Haven Holidays in Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Haven Holidays will provide you a very professional and highly experienced trekking crew all round the trip. The will be very knowledgeable and informative regarding mountain peaks, local culture, foods  and accommodation in Annapurna Base Camp Trek, weather and the possible challenges on the trail and altitude sickness. Moreover, they have very deep knowledge about Annapurna Conservation and the diverse species of flora and fauna. The Haven Holidays Trekking crew will be great communicators so that you can communicate with them very well and can share the things the way you like in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. The Haven Holidays Trekking Team will altogether assist you  in every step of your walk during the trip.

We provide you sleeping bag, trekking poles and Haven Holidays T-shirt or Cap as a gift. We provide you a world class services including meals, accommodation and transportation all round Annapurna Base Camp Trek so that you can feel safer and can enjoy Annapurna Base Camp Trek in more exciting way. In case of emergency, we will be there in no time to rescue and proceed for the further medical treatment.

A Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

The drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara will be of 6 hours along the Prithvi Highway covering 201 km. This drive will be with luxury tourist bus with full AC. If you want, you can go with private jeep or car as well. The cost for private car and jeep will be higher than luxury bus ride for Pokhara from Kathmandu.

The tourist bus station is located at Kaldhara near Thamel. Kaldhara is 10 minutes walk from center of Thamel.

Pass through Kathmandu valley, drive past Thankot, a hill station and Chandragiri Cable Car and you will love this drive through country villages and landscapes. You begin to drive alongside of Trishuli River which is very popular for river rafting in Nepal.

You will have lunch on the way to Pokhara at Mungling Area. There are plenty of restaurants for lunch and snacks on the Prithivi Highway. You will also have tea/coffee/light snacks and toilet breaks on the way to Pokhara.

You will pass Mungling, AAnboo Khaireni, Bandipur, Dumre and Damauli before approaching Pokhara.

Arrive at the tourist bus station in Pokhara and transfer to the hotel buy private car or jeep.

A flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara

The flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is only for 25 minutes. The flight takes off from Kathmandu airport, domestic terminal and heads for Pokhara. On the way to Pokhara, one can witness magnificent mountain peaks and landscapes including Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre. The flights will be operated by Buddha Air, Sita Air, and Yeti Air, Simrik Air and Shree Air.
It will be very exciting and safe to fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara to escape 6-7 hours drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara with heavy traffic on the way.

A Drive from Pokhara to Jhino Dandda

The trekkers, these days, can have the access of jeep ride to Jhinu Danda from Pokhara directly to begin their Annapurna Base Camp Trek. One can get this jeep service and the ticket at Harichowk near Bindhyabasini Temple. The drive is total 27 km long and it takes around 3-4 hours as the condition of rural road is not good as you are approaching to Jhinu Danda. However, the drive is very safe with well-maintained four-wheel jeep and experienced drivers. On the, you will pass through Hemja, Naudanda, Nayapool, Birethanti, Syauli Bazaar and Ghadnruk village on your left. You will love this drive along the country road with greenery all round, Modi Khola and local settlements.

One can get two types of jeep drive from Pokhara to Jhinu Danda. These are: Private Jeep and Sharing Jeep. If you go with sharing jeep, you have share the jeep with other 6-7 people and if you want to go with Private jeep, you can leave Pokhara anytime you like and you don’t have to share the jeep with other people. It up to you whether to share the jeep or not.

Popular Places/Destinations you explore During the Annapurna Base Camp Trek!

Pokhara

Pokhara city largely fed by freshwater lakes and spectacular mountain panoramas is a popular tourist hub in Nepal located at the lap of Annapurna Mountain panoramas. Both domestic and international tourist love  tasting Pokhara spending at least a couple of days. You can visit and explore Phewa Lake with Talbarahi Temple in the middle of it, Davis Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, Seti Gorge, Begnas Lake, Chamere (bat) Cave, Bindhyabasini Temple, World Peace Stupa and Pumdikot Shiva Statue. Besides, trekkers can also go to visit Mountain Museum and Tibetan Refugee Camp where you can collect some special souvenirs of special woolen things.

Along with this, you can go up to Sarangkot for mountain views including Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Gangapurna, Lamjung Himal, Himal Chuli, Ganesh Himal and giant Manaslu with spectacular sunrise.  

Also, one can do adventurous activities in Pokhara like paragliding, Zip Flyer, Avia-Ultra Light flying, bungee jumping and boating in Phewa Lake.
Driving to Begnas Lake and staying a couple of days there will be a spectacular experience for you when you are in Pokhara.

Jhinu Danda

Jhinu Danda (hill) is the beginning point of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It has beautiful lodges and hotels for overnights stay and for meals. Most importantly, Jhinu Danda has a natural hot sipring. The Jhinu Danda Hot Spring is located at the bank to Modi Khola, just 20 mins walk from main Jhinu Town.

You will enjoy dipping you body into natural hot water. You will see two major water ponds fed by natural hot water at bank of Modi river where you can stay for a couple of hours for relaxation and refreshment at the end of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. You need to buy an entrance that costs Rs. 150. This is a donation for the Annapurna conservation Area not for any specific person. You don’t need to pay any other extra cost for enjoying hot springs at Jhinu Danda except Rs. 150 as a donation for the village project.
Enjoy melodious Modi River with two natural hot springs at its bank and walk back to Jhinu Town for overnight stay.

Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Base Camp is the main and the ultimate destination in Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Annapurna Base Camp is located at an elevation of 4130m above the sea level. Annapurna Base Camp is entirely surrounded by spectacular mountain peaks including Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre. You can enjoy fresh snow and can play with it at Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp is a part of Annapurna Conservation Area.

You can see a board “Welcome to Annapurna Base Camp’’ with the elevation 4130m at the entrance of Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp has 10-12 lodges and guesthouses where people stay overnight and have their meal.

Staying overnight at Annapurna Base Camp and capturing the next morning’s sunrise and mountain views with giant Annapurna South and alluring Machhapuchrre will be the moment for lifetime

You may have the problem acute mountain sickness at night while staying overnight at Annapurna Base Camp. You need to be very careful about it at nighttime. If you have some symptoms of it, report it to your guide immediately.

Annapurna Base Camp also has a helipad; one can fly to Annapurna Base Camp directly from either Kathmandu or Pokhara. In case of emergency and rescue, one can get helicopter from Annapurna Base Camp.

Annapurna Conservation Area

Annapurna conservation Area is the largest protected area of the world serving the travelers various opportunity to observe the diverse species of flora and fauna including Himalayan Thar, Musk Deer, antelope, langoor, several species of birds and plants like pine, fir, rhododendron, pine, birch and juniper.

The Annapurna Conservation Area covers the total area of 7,629 sq. km abode to over 100,000 residents of different cultural and linguistic groups. People travelling through Annapurna conservation Area can hugely be benefitted with wider and comprehensive understandings and experiences of local culture, history, civilization, language, authentic local cuisines, diverse wildlife and plants’ lives. Annapurna Base Camp Trek is entirely based in Annapurna Conservation Area beginning from Jhino Danda and taking it to you Annapurna Base Camp and ends at Jhino Danda again before you drive back to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek- Is this right for you?

Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a moderate trek to the final destination, Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) via Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m). Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins with an easy hike from Jhino Danda and turns to be moderately difficult while ascending to Deurali (3200m). While you are ascending to Machhapuchhre Base Camp (3700m) and finally to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m), you find Annapurna Base Camp Trek little stressful but astoundingly rewarding.

Some people take Annapurna Base Camp Trek as an easy and some consider it as a moderate trek. Some basic skills of hiking and trekking will be sufficient for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. No special technicality of trekking and hiking is required for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. However, you must be prepared well for 6-7 hours walking with several steep ups and downs mostly above 3000m above covering 10-12 kilometers distance each day in average. Are you ready to do that during Annapurna Base Camp Trek? Are you all set with right packing list and professional trekking crew to beat the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail? Are you very determined for conquering Annapurna Base Camp Trek with necessary preparations including regular exercises, aerobics, outdoor sports and short hikes and treks with steep climbs and downs?  If you have already done so, then, Annapurna Base Camp Trek will be right for you and you will celebrate this adventure to Annapurna Base Camp with alluring Machhapuchhre and Annapurna massif.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail

The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is entirely based in Annapurna Conservation Area beginning from Jhino Danda(1700m) taking you to Annapurna Base Camp ( 4130m) and takes you back to the same destination, Jhino Danda to end the hiking officially. The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is not technical but moderately difficult. It seems an easy hike but, in fact, it is a bit strenuous in the sense that one requires hiking at least 7 hours a day with steep ups and downs equally covering at least 10-12 kilometers distance each day. The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is safe; no threats of avalanches and landslides and even no threats of wild animals of Annapurna Conservation Area.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail is mostly through the pine, birch, juniper, fir and rhododendron and local villages with teahouses and lodges. If you go Annapurna Base Camp in Spring, you will enjoy magnificent rhododendron flowering in different seven colors which entirely blankets the Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail till Deurali (3200m).

The steep walk of Jhino Danda initially seems to be very challenging to climb up Chhomrong for at least 3 hours. This tiring walk really makes the trekkers who are doing Annapurna Base Camp Trek almost hopeless but rest of the trails is less challenging and less strenuous.

The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail after Deurali is less strenuous and less steep while ascending to Machhapuchhre Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp. However, due to high elevation above 3500m, one may feel little difficult in pacing and breathing. Go slowly taking a long deep breath while ascending from Machhapuchhre Base Camp(3700m) to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m).

The Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trails passes through Jhino Danda, Chhomrong, Sinuwa, Bamboo, Himalaya, Deurali, Machhapuchhre Base Camp before ascending to the final destination, Annapurna Base Camp.

While backtracking, the trekkers will use the same trails as they did before and end the Annapurna Base Camp Trek at Jhino Danda where they can have a sweet and relaxing taste of natural springs.

Overall, the ascents and docents are equal in distance and hours that one has to encounter. The steepest among them is Jhino Danda ascent to Chhomrong village if you are beginning from Jhino Danda. Alternatively, you can combine Ghorepani-Poonhill Trek with Annapurna Base Camp Trek. IF you go with ABC Trek with Poonhill, you don’t need to encounter this steep ascent from the base of the Jhino Danda. You will have flat trail directly going to Chhomrong from Tadapani.

Cultural Highlights on Annapurna Base Camp Trek

  • Meet local people and interact with them.
  • Be familiar with local life style of the people located on Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Trail.
  • Participate in celebrations of major festivals of Nepali People like Dashain and Tihar if you are travelling in Autumn( Sep-Nov)
  • Enjoy having authentic local dishes prepared the local ethnic people on the trail
  • Visit and explore Pokhara’s cultural and religious places like World Peace Pagoda, Pumdikot Shiva Statue, Gupteswor
  • Mahadev Cave, Bindhyabasini Temple and Talbarahi Temple
  • Natural Highlights on Annapurna Base Camp Trek
  • Ascend and step at Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) and celebrate this adventurous victory
  • Walk through Annapurna Conservation Area and experience diverse species of wildlife and plants including Himalayan Thar and musk deer
  • Witness and capture mesmerizing mountain views including Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South
  • Traverse through deep woods, cascading waterfalls, winding rivers and streams, local villages and spectacular landscapes
  • Enjoy exploring Pokhara city with Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Davis Fall and Seti River Gorge
  • Relish with natural hot springs in Jhino Danda

The Guide and Porter For Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

The guide and porter you hire for Annapurna Base Camp Trek will be our own trekking crew and Haven Holidays Team. They are very professional, helpful and caring all the time. You can ask help in need whenever you require and they will be very delighted to help you. They are fully authorized with valid license to lead the trekkers/travelers in the mountain and in the city.

The team of guide and porter we provide you are well-known to local culture, accommodation, foods, elevation trekking distance per day, different breaks (water, toilets, tea/coffee and light snacks, lunch etc) during the day-walk, first-aid applications, acute mountain sickness, rescue if necessary and arrangement of transportation during the trek. The team who you are with is eco-friendly and great communicators. You can enjoy merrymaking and share your things if you like.

Emmergency Evacuation/Rescue

In case you are critically suffered of acute mountain sickness  or of any other causes while ascending to Annapurna Base Camp (4130m) or anywhere on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek trail, you will immediately be rescued by the helicopter and admitted at the hospital of Pokhara  City or Kathmandu Valley and begin the further treatment.  For this, you must allow your trekking partner and your guide to call the helicopter by presenting authentic travel insurance that covers all rescue and treatment expenses.

Important Note

It is very important to consider whether to go with bus ride to Pokhara from Kathmandu and back or by air. If you have an important schedule and important thing to do right after and before your Annapurna Base Camp Trek, it is recommended to go with domestic flight to and from Pokhara. Another big issue will be the issue of heavy traffic on Prithvi Highway and the 6 hours drive from and to Pokhara may prolong like 10-12 hours sometimes.  Again, if you have travel sickness, please try your best to escape this 6-8 hours drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back.

Another important thing to consider is that if you are completely beginner and learning to hike for 3-4 hours in a day covering less than 7 kilometers, please, don’t try to go Annapurna Base Camp which is located at 4130m above the sea level. One requires good level of stamina, condidence and preparations for Annapruna Base Camp. Make sure that you have packed all required trekking gears and can walk at least 7 hours a day covering 10-12 kilometers distance in average in a day, then only, go for Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Make your Annapurna Base Camp Trek either in Spring ( Mar-May) or in Autumn( Sep-Nov).

Safety Measures for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

  • Carry Comprehensive First-Aid Kit
  • Carry Right and Reliable Trekking Gears
  • Listen to your Trekking leader and follow his/her instructions properly
  • Stay hydrated and have balanced diet
  • Stay calm, cool and confident
  • Try to avoid alcohol and smoking at higher elevation above 3500m
  • Carry Diamox in case you get altitude sickness
  • Drink safe water (bottled and properly boiled)
  • Address any serious health issue beforehand the trek by consulting your personal physician or if you have got it on the trail if you have got any immediately
  • Share your problems with your trekking leader on the trail if you get any.
  • Ask for helicopter rescue if you think that you are in critical condition.
  • If you have the symptoms of acute mountain sickness and if it gets sever, try to walk down to lower elevations and apply first aid procedures.

What I like most about the Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

Personally, what like most about Annapurna Base Camp Trek is stepping at Annapurna Base Camp and capturing giant Annapurna South and alluring Machhapuchhre. Along with  this, one can enjoy the walk through Annapurna Conservation Area with diverse species of flora and fauna. Moreover, trekkers will find Pokhara city as paradise for relaxation and refreshment. The final and the most important thing in Annapurna Base Camp Trek is the natural hot springs of Jhino Danda where trekkers  can release all weariness and exhaustion at the end of the trek by dipping their bodies into the natural hot water at the bank of Modi River.

Tipping for Guide and Porter

Tipping for your guide and porter is not mandatory but they expect something extra from you after they work hard for you. Isn’t it? You’d better prepare USD 5-10 per day per individual guide and porter. But, it doesn’t mean that you have to do the same as we recommend you. You reward them with some handsome tipping as well if you are fully satisfied. Sometimes, you don’t need to reward them with tipping if they don’t take a good care of you and try to spoil your trip with some unnecessary personal benefits and interests. Nevertheless, tipping ( little or more) seems to be mandatory in present world while doing a vacation trip.

Meals Available on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek

You will enjoy, mostly, freshly cooked local cuisines during the trip. The local teahouse and lodges will offer you very authentic local cuisines like tsampa, porridge, Tibetan bread, yak meat items, locally grown vegetables and fruits, etc. They also offer some continental, Indian, Chinese, Japanese and popular dishes during the trek as mentioned on their food menu.  If you are a vegetarian or vegan, no problem, you will have various items of meals in the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and for this, you require informing your trek leader before the trek commences.

You can cook on your own at local lodges while staying overnight during the trip in the mountain on the condition that you won’t disturb and if the kitchen is not crowded if you have this hobby. You can carry the instant noodles and can prepare in your room during your Annapurna Base Camp trek.  The meals you have will be freshly cooked and very hygienic in order to ensure your balanced diet and hygiene. Pick up the item from food menu prepared by local lodges and teahouses and ask them to prepare it for you.

Temperature at Annapurna Base Camp

The temperature at Everest Base Camp is normally negative and you have to prepare accordingly. The actual temperature at Annapurna Base Camp ranges between 12 to negative 18 degree Celsius. Though the temperature at Annapurna Base Camp rises to 12 degree Celsius in the sunny day and it drops down to -18 at night and one may face heavy snowfall as well if you go to Annapurna Base Camp in pre and post winter months/days ( Early Dec and late Feb). It is almost impossible to ascend to Annapurna Base Camp in the peak of the winter as Annapurna Base Camp is entirely covered with snow and people cannot stay there during the peak of the winter months.

Temperature at Annapurna Base Camp in Autumn (Sep-Nov) ranges between 12 to negative 7 degree Celsius.

Temperature at Annapurna Base Camp in Spring (Mar- May) ranges between 12 to negative 5 degree Celsius.

Trekkers who are going to Annapurna Base Camp are advised to prepare accordingly by consulting their trekking leader.

Best Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek  

The best Itinerary for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is Annapurna Base Camp Trek 8 days. The 8 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary has two days for driving/flying to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu in the beginning and the end of Annapurna Base Camp Trek. 5 and half days will be for real trekking and half day will be for Pokhara sightseeing and refreshment tours.

Safety Measures for Annapurna Base Camp Trek,

Begin your trek from Jhinu Danda and you will ascend to Sinuwa on the first day. The second day, you will ascend to Deurali and the day, you will get your final destination, Annapurna Base Camp and it takes two more days to walk down to Jhinu Danda via Bamboo. While returning, you will stay overnight at Bamboo and then to Jhinu Danda. The sixth day, you will drive back to Pokhara and do city sightseeing tour in Pokhara with lake activities in Phewa Lake.

The final two days, the 7th one for driving in Pokhara and the 8th day will be driving back to Kathmandu from Pokhara.

This way, you can enjoy your Annapurna Base Camp Trek with all activities you want to do. We really don’t need any acclimatization day for Annapurna Base Camp Trek as we are not going above 5000m like in Everest Base Camp Trek and Manaslu Circuit Trek.

Amazing Adventure with Haven Holidays: Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Haven Holidays made my dream of trekking to Annapurna Base Camp come true! The six-days journey was filled with breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences. The guides were knowledgeable and supportive, ensuring our safety every step of the way. The accommodations provided were comfortable, and the meals were delicious, giving us the energy we needed for the trek. I highly recommend this trek with Haven Holidays to anyone seeking adventure in the Himalayas!

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Devid
Malaysia

An Unforgettable Trekking Experience with Haven Holidays

I recently completed the Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Haven Holidays, and it was nothing short of incredible! The six days spent trekking through the picturesque landscapes of the Annapurna region left me in awe. The guides were friendly and professional, sharing interesting insights about the local culture and environment. The itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to acclimatize properly and enjoy each day's trekking to the fullest. Thank you, Haven Holidays, for an unforgettable adventure!

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Binita dewan
India

A Journey of a Lifetime: Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Haven Holidays

Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp with Haven Holidays was truly a journey of a lifetime! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and excellent service. The trek itself was challenging but incredibly rewarding, with stunning mountain vistas and charming villages along the way. The guides were exceptional, always making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying themselves. I cannot recommend this trek with Haven Holidays enough—it exceeded all my expectations and left me with memories I'll cherish forever!

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Dipalee Chauhan
Bangladesh
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Preparation For This Trip

Travel Documents

  • Travel tickets and trip print/pictures in the Device
  • Passport -with at least 6 months validity
  • Passport copies
  • 4 copies of Passport size photos
  • Visa - available at Kathmandu Airport. Check visa requirements and your nationality click: Tourist visa in Nepal
  • Insurance, documents that cover medical, and rescue in case on the trip

Electronics

Electronic device and charger: Camera or smartphone for capturing memories. It may be hard to find charging devices that fit your device, so keep the focus on your charger and multiple adapters.

Power Bank: Charging your devices may not be possible everywhere. So, it is recommended to carry a power bank for backup 

Trekking Packing/Checklist

When preparing for a trekking trip in Nepal,  it's essential to have the right equipment and packing list to ensure your safety and comfort to complete your mission. You will need to pack smart and light. This packing list doesn’t mean you need to pack everything listed here. This list is a guideline; your final list will depend on your preferences and judgment. Follow as per your personal needs and preferences by taking this as a reference. 

Comprehensive list of items

Clothing

Headwear

Sun Hat/Cap for sun protection - A Sun hat protects the face from the strong rays of the sun. Carry a lightweight hat that can be easily packed. Or A wide-brimmed hat to cover your ears, neck, and face from the strong rays of the sun. 

Thermal Hat  for warm

You will need a warm fleece or woolen hat to keep you warm in cold temperatures, especially during freezing nights and cold mornings.

Buff

In the Mountains, the air is dry and cold. A buff is an essential gear to keep your neck warm and cover your mouth. It will help protect you against cold and dust and prevent you from coughing and damaging your throat and lungs. A comprehensive trekking equipment list  

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek?

The best time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek is Autumn months, the months of Sep, Oct and Nov. These months of the year are the most favorable timing of the year as they provide the most rewarding atmosphere, climate and mountain views to the trekkers. The temperature is finest of the year in Autumn months, mountain views including Machhapuchhre and  entire Annapurna range are simply breathtaking, no rainfall and no snowfall in the mountain and most importantly, the major festivities like Dashain and Tihar make the Annapurna trip more fascinating and exciting. 

However, majority of people go with Spring time for Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Since springtime brings more fascinating flowering and non-flowering plants including astonishing rhododendron and others, no rainfall at all ( very rarely) no snowfall at all and no any other natural disturbances and interruptions during the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and helps the trekkers accomplish this moderate adventure trekking to Annaurna Base Camp successfully. The breathtaking views of fully flowering rhododendron, melodious natural waterfalls and fabulous mountain views will fascinate thousands of trekkers onto the ABT Trekking Trail. 

Can I do Annapurna Base Camp in winter?

Yes, the people who really love winter adventures will enjoy Annapurna Base Camp Trek even in winter season, in the months of Dec, Jan and Feb. They find the trail very exciting with a lot of fresh snow. The trekkers who are heading to Annapurna Base Camp Trek can play with amazing snow and can experience distinct kind of thrills of adventure while trekking to ABC in winter months. 

Even though the ABC Trekking Trail is covered with freshly fallen snow during winter months, it is safe to trek to ABC and back to Jhino Danda. If you dare to do Annapurna Base Camp Trek in winter, you will know the secret mystery of Annapurna trekking in winter months which can never be gained in other months of the year like in June, July, Aug and Sept, even not in Oct and Nov. It is absolutely incredible to be into the wild nature with all round snow and snow-fed mountains including alluring Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South. 

Therefore, people also love doing ABC Trek in winter, in the months of Dec, Jan and Feb though Autumn, the months of Sep, Oct and Nov are the best months of the year for Annapurna Trekking in Nepal. 

Go with a group or join in a group and accompany with very professional and experienced trekking crew while doing ABC Trek in winter so that you can have safer and more exciting Annapurna trek. 

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